What should I name my period?

Today, period names are clever, subtle and funnier than ever.
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The next time you've got your period, try out some of these nine nicknames instead.
  • Chum. The Indian favourite which everyone's aunties and grandmothers use to refer to their periods. ...
  • Aunt Flo. ...
  • Red Wedding. ...
  • Shark Week. ...
  • Time Of The Month. ...
  • Carrie. ...
  • Code Red. ...
  • Girl Flu.
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What is a good name for a period?

So here they are, 15 other words for period:
  • Visit from Aunt Flo.
  • On the Rag.
  • Lady Business. Period slang: Lady business Credit: VICKY LETA, ALISA STERN, MASHABLE.
  • That Time of the Month.
  • The Red Badge of Courage.
  • Moon Time. ...
  • Crimson Tide.
  • Checking Into the Red Roof Inn.
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What's another way to say I'm on my period?

You might be wondering, what do "code red", "shark week" and "Aunt Flo" have in common? They're all funny alternatives for saying "I've got my period!"
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How do I tell a guy I have my period?

Tell him in a straightforward way.
  1. Say something simple, like "Hey, I just started my period. I'm not feeling so great."
  2. You could also say "Oh, it's that time of the month," and he'll probably get it.
  3. Sometimes couples come up with cute or funny code words for when you're on your period.
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How do you tell your bf your on your period?

The most important thing is to be honest about how you both feel. Tell them you're on your period, ask if they're cool (or not) and take it from there. No pressure. No drama.
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How do you say period without period?

Aunt Flo, Aunt Fanny, Uncle Bloody, Little Sister, and Cousin Red. It's no day at the beach. The Crimson Wave, The Red Tide, Parting the Red Sea, and Shark Week.
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What do Mexicans call a period?

Regla – menstrual period

Besides “regla” some women say “menstruación” (menstruation) or “período” (period).
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Who celebrates first period?

South Africa. In South Africa, a huge party is thrown in honour of a girl's first period. The girl is gifted several presents but she must stay inside the house for three days, away from men and children as long as her period lasts.
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What is a shark week period?

Shark week as a slang for a women's period first appeared on Urban Dictionary in 2005. While the Urban Dictionary entry might have had misogynistic undertones, the term has since been embraced by many women who use it humorously or colloquially.
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How do you tell my dad I got my period?

Just say something like, “I just wanted to let you know that I've started my period.” If you need supplies, you can also use this opportunity to ask him to pick some up for you. If you're too nervous to tell your dad directly, you can write a short note for him and leave it for him to find.
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How do I tell if a girl is on her period?

Starting the conversation:
  1. Ask her whether she's heard about puberty and find out what she knows so far. ...
  2. Sharing your own experiences about when you started your period, whether they're long or short, heavy or light, will help her feel more comfortable.
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How do you stop period poops?

If you have period constipation, upping the fiber in your diet, exercise, and drinking lots of water can help keep things moving. If you're really stuck, a gentle over-the-counter laxative or stool softener should do the trick.
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Can you have a period out your bum?

About rectal bleeding

In general, bright-red blood means the bleeding has come from somewhere near your anus. This is a typical sign of piles (haemorrhoids) or a small tear (anal fissure) in the skin of your anus. Although these are common problems, don't let embarrassment stop you seeing your GP.
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Do you lose weight on your period?

The menstrual cycle does not directly impact weight loss or gain, but there may be some secondary connections. On the list of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms are changes in appetite and food cravings, and that can affect weight.
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Do girls poop?

We'll give you the TL;DR first: yes, of course, girls poop. Since they have the same number of chromosomes and basically the same digestive system as guys, male and female humans experience the same bowel movements. So, if you count pooping among your bodily functions, you can assume the women around you also poop.
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Can a 4 year old get a period?

In the United States, a child may get their first period when they're about 12. However, anytime between 10 and 15 is within the average range. It's not entirely unusual for a first period to happen as young as 8 or as old as 16.
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Which age periods will stop?

Overview. Menopause is the time that marks the end of your menstrual cycles. It's diagnosed after you've gone 12 months without a menstrual period. Menopause can happen in your 40s or 50s, but the average age is 51 in the United States.
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Can a girl get her period at 7 years old?

Most girls start their periods when they're about 12, but they can start as early as 8, so it's important to talk to girls from an early age to make sure they're prepared. Respond to questions or opportunities as they arise and do not be embarrassed. Periods are natural.
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How do you ask for a pad?

You may be embarrassed to let, say, a teacher or the school nurse know you need to buy pads or get them from the office. You can try writing the request down on a slip of paper if you're not comfortable saying it out loud. Write something like, "I had my period and I need a pad.
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What do I do if I start my period at school?

Get supplies that you feel comfortable using.

If you are in class, ask to be excused to the bathroom or the nurse's office. Ask a friend who menstruates if they have an extra pad or tampon you could borrow. If they don't, grab some small change just in case you need to use a vending machine to purchase supplies.
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Which day is heaviest when on period?

The heaviest days of menstrual bleeding are usually at the beginning of the menstrual cycle (around the first and second day) (10). During the heaviest days of your menstrual cycle you may notice clumps or clots in your menstrual fluid—this is common.
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What is a strawberry week?

Strawberry Week is an organization that is focused on addressing period poverty in our community. We collect and distribute menstrual products across the metro through partnerships with other local organizations, libraries, and schools.
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What does it mean to shark a girl?

verb - transitive

to pull a person's dress down, revealing their breasts. She just got sharked by some dude. See more words with the same meaning: naked, unclothed, to disrobe.
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What's Aunt Flo?

Proper noun

Aunt Flo. (euphemistic slang) A personification of the menstrual period or menstruation. Aunt Flo came to visit last night: that's why I was so ratty.
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